monocle

Definitions of monocle
  1. noun
    optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
    synonyms: lorgnon, lunettes
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    types:
    lunettes de protection
    tight-fitting spectacles worn to protect the eyes
    lorgnon
    eyeglasses that are held to the eyes with a long handle
    lunettes de soleil
    spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun
    type of:
    instrument d'optique
    an instrument designed to aid vision
  2. noun
    lens for correcting defective vision in one eye; held in place by facial muscles
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    type of:
    lentille, verre
    a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images
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